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Topic 279: The Dog Days of Disneyland
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1:33:53Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 279 Can you hear the horses? 'Cause here they come. The dog days are almost over, but it's still a hundred degrees outside and Bobby Hundreds hasn't released any new merch yet. Why does this season of Disneyland seem to drag on? It seems like things end before they even start and the things that are sold as n…
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Trammin' 279: The Dog Days of Disneyland
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2:40:50Can you hear the horses? 'Cause here they come. The dog days are almost over, but it's still a hundred degrees outside and Bobby Hundreds hasn't released any new merch yet. Why does this season of Disneyland seem to drag on? It seems like things end before they even start and the things that are sold as new have simply returned to haunt us. And yet…
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Topic 278: Walt Disney's Adventureland 1955
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40:31Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 278 Step into the jungle, a world of exploration and danger, a land teeming with wildlife. Step into Walt Disney's original Adventureland. There was a lot to the original vision, but not as much as you think. The 1955 original was missing a lot of what we love about the land today. But there was still so much…
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Trammin' 278: Walt Disney's Adventureland 1955
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1:43:39Step into the jungle, a world of exploration and danger, a land teeming with wildlife. Step into Walt Disney's original Adventureland. There was a lot to the original vision, but not as much as you think. The 1955 original was missing a lot of what we love about the land today. But there was still so much more to explore. As you'll come to find out…
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Topic 277: Only in DCA 1.0 with Defunctland's Kevin Perjurer
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1:36:20Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 277 Eureka! Michael Eisner exclaimed, after he came up with the master plan for Disney's California Adventure Park. What fever dream of his led to this fever dream of a theme park? To figure this out, we got a little help from Defunctland's Kevin Perjurer to try and find the logic in these decades-old decisio…
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Trammin' 277: Only in DCA 1.0 with Defunctland's Kevin Perjurer
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2:13:43Eureka! Michael Eisner exclaimed, after he came up with the master plan for Disney's California Adventure Park. What fever dream of his led to this fever dream of a theme park? To figure this out, we got a little help from Defunctland's Kevin Perjurer to try and find the logic in these decades-old decisions. Why are the burgers invading, why is the…
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Topic 276: Walt Disney's Frontierland 1955
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56:20Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 276 A long time ago, before we built a Galaxy's Edge Far Far away, before the big thunders of the mountain boomed, there was a simple land modeled after the wild frontier. It's King, Walt, named it Frontierland. A land of painted deserts, Indian villages, and... pack mule rides inside Disneyland? At least the…
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Trammin' 276: Walt Disney's Frontierland 1955
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1:25:35A long time ago, before we built a Galaxy's Edge Far Far away, before the big thunders of the mountain boomed, there was a simple land modeled after the wild frontier. It's King, Walt, named it Frontierland. A land of painted deserts, Indian villages, and... pack mule rides inside Disneyland? At least there was the sweet smell of maple syrup to cov…
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Topic 275: The Reanimation of Walt Disney
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59:25Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 275 Welcome back to the land of the living. It's been a while, Walter. A lot as changed: you can move one of your feet, your head's a bit bigger, and there's another park across the way. It's a lot warmer than where you've been for the last few decades, but at least you're awake now. Mickey's still here, but …
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Trammin' 275: The Reanimation of Walt Disney
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2:11:00Welcome back to the land of the living. It's been a while, Walter. A lot as changed: you can move one of your feet, your head's a bit bigger, and there's another park across the way. It's a lot warmer than where you've been for the last few decades, but at least you're awake now. Mickey's still here, but we never had to freeze him. Is this what you…
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Topic 274: Walt Disney's Fantasyland 1955
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1:07:31As we continue to look back to Disneyland 70 years ago, we've set our sights on Sleeping Beauty Castle and beyond. What used to lie beyond the castle gates in Disneyland's original Fantasyland? A lot more, and a lot less than you think. Whatever it is, it kind of tastes like chicken. Join Kirk, Freddy, and Anna as they shift things around on a fant…
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Trammin' 274: Walt Disney's Fantasyland 1955
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2:16:26As we continue to look back to Disneyland 70 years ago, we've set our sights on Sleeping Beauty Castle and beyond. What used to lie beyond the castle gates in Disneyland's original Fantasyland? A lot more, and a lot less than you think. Whatever it is, it kind of tastes like chicken. Join Kirk, Freddy, and Anna as they shift things around on a fant…
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Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 273 We all wear clothes at Disneyland, well, except that one guy on it's a small world. But what do we wear, how do we wear it, and why do we wear it? What goes into a Disneyland outfit. Are we trying to look cute or be comfy? Maybe we have a percentage of both. Whether from Disney or not, we've got options. …
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We all wear clothes at Disneyland, well, except that one guy on it's a small world. But what do we wear, how do we wear it, and why do we wear it? What goes into a Disneyland outfit. Are we trying to look cute or be comfy? Maybe we have a percentage of both. Whether from Disney or not, we've got options. Join Kirk & Rain as they cover some clothes …
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Topic 272: Walt Disney's Main Street U.S.A. 1955
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1:32:05Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 272 Disneyland is 70 years old, and so are its lands within. Let's go back to where it all began in the land where we always begin. Main Street, U.S.A. is a snapshot of a town in a time that never existed, but feels like it did. The quaint town we all wish we could return to for the holidays. It exists in our…
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Trammin' 272: Walt Disney's Main Street, U.S.A. 1955
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2:26:55Disneyland is 70 years old, and so are its lands within. Let's go back to where it all began in the land where we always begin. Main Street, U.S.A. is a snapshot of a town in a time that never existed, but feels like it did. The quaint town we all wish we could return to for the holidays. It exists in our dreams, and the dreams of Walt Disney. He m…
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Topic 271: Disneyland 70th Relaunch
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1:21:02Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 271 We've been Celebrating Happy for how many months now? Disneyland's 70th Anniversary oddly began in May of 2025, but it's true anniversary is only just arriving. We were understood what all the fuss was about, especially because it wasn't all even ready in time. So let's relaunch this shindig as Walt arriv…
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Trammin' 271: Disneyland 70th Relaunch
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1:54:20We've been Celebrating Happy for how many months now? Disneyland's 70th Anniversary oddly began in May of 2025, but it's true anniversary is only just arriving. We were understood what all the fuss was about, especially because it wasn't all even ready in time. So let's relaunch this shindig as Walt arrives at the Opera House. Join Kirk & Rain as t…
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Topic 270: Disneyland Moves Forward
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1:47:33Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 270 We keep moving forward, even if we take a few steps back along the way. Disneyland announced what was coming next years ago, and months ago, and then again weeks ago. So here we are again, expected to believe what they say. But the plans are more concrete now. Dirt is being flung from shovels and rides ar…
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Trammin' 270: Disneyland Moves Forward
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2:20:42We keep moving forward, even if we take a few steps back along the way. Disneyland announced what was coming next years ago, and months ago, and then again weeks ago. So here we are again, expected to believe what they say. But the plans are more concrete now. Dirt is being flung from shovels and rides are being closed down. Where is the Avatar exp…
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Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 269 Grab your map, we're going on an Adventure! Maybe just grab the Disneyland map, because we're actually just going to Adventureland, "a world teeming with exotic and thrilling adventures." With some exciting attractions, worldly flavors, and hilarious expeditions, this little land has a lot more to offer t…
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Grab your map, we're going on an Adventure! Maybe just grab the Disneyland map, because we're actually just going to Adventureland, "a world teeming with exotic and thrilling adventures." With some exciting attractions, worldly flavors, and hilarious expeditions, this little land has a lot more to offer than meets the forbidden eye. Grab your hat &…
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The Disney Parks can be a hectic place. And yet, we look to them to find peace and happiness in our even more hectic lives. Sometimes, we can have it all, we deserve it. This week, let's find our zen in all the ways we can with minimal effort. Join Kirk as he finds peace on an unbothered new episode of Trammin' - A Disneyland Podcast! Listen to ful…
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The Disney Parks can be a hectic place. And yet, we look to them to find peace and happiness in our even more hectic lives. Sometimes, we can have it all, we deserve it. This week, let's find our zen in all the ways we can with minimal effort. Join Kirk as he finds peace on an unbothered new episode of Trammin' - A Disneyland Podcast! Listen to ful…
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Big Thunder Topic from Trammin’ Episode 267 Everyone’s got their MUST when they come to Disneyland. It’s often a churro, or Haunted Mansion. Understandable. But you know the Trammin’ boiz have their hot takes. We won’t overwhelm you this week, so what does Kirk think of your must-do’s? Are they what you say they are, or are they… NOT FOR ME. Do’s i…
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Everyone’s got their MUST when they come to Disneyland. It’s often a churro, or Haunted Mansion. Understandable. But you know the Trammin’ boiz have their hot takes. We won’t overwhelm you this week, so what does Kirk think of your must-do’s? Are they what you say they are, or are they… NOT FOR ME. Do’s is the accepted plural form according to the …
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Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 266 A lot of foods at Disneyland have a ton of hype around them. Whether it be word of mouth or on social media, you know the ones we're talking about. So what is all the hubbub about and why are these so hyped? Let's take a bite out of each one (in our memories) and see what's worth the hype and what makes t…
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Trammin' 266: Disneyland's Hype Foods
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1:54:07A lot of foods at Disneyland have a ton of hype around them. Whether it be word of mouth or on social media, you know the ones we're talking about. So what is all the hubbub about and why are these so hyped? Let's take a bite out of each one (in our memories) and see what's worth the hype and what makes these so beloved. Join Kirk & Rain on a hungr…
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Topic 265: Booking in the Disney Bubble
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1:37:31Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 265 Summer vacation is beginning, and you just want to get away. But as the temperature rises, so do the prices. We need a way to deal with inflation without resorting to inflatable beds. Maybe we should just inflate some bubbles. More specifically: The Disney Bubble. What's the point in a vacation if we pinc…
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Trammin' 265: Booking in the Disney Bubble
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2:06:18Summer vacation is beginning, and you just want to get away. But as the temperature rises, so do the prices. We need a way to deal with inflation without resorting to inflatable beds. Maybe we should just inflate some bubbles. More specifically: The Disney Bubble. What's the point in a vacation if we pinch every penny and book ourselves a nightmare…
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Topic 264: Disney Cruise for the Modern Millennial
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1:45:13Lately, we've been cruisin' for a cruisin'. There's something alluring for the floating Disneyland at Sea. Luckily, someone we know wandered on to the Disney Magic: Wandering in Disney's very own Andrew! While the ship may be old, the experience is new. What's it like to go on a Disney Cruise as a traveler who's always on land? Is it worth going if…
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Trammin' 264: Disney Cruise for the Modern Millennial
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2:32:27Lately, we've been cruisin' for a cruisin'. There's something alluring for the floating Disneyland at Sea. Luckily, someone we know wandered on to the Disney Magic: Wandering in Disney's very own Andrew! While the ship may be old, the experience is new. What's it like to go on a Disney Cruise as a traveler who's always on land? Is it worth going if…
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It's May, so it's time for another Bachelor Party at Disney! Kirk is getting married on an unknown date at an unknown time, so a little celebration is in order. Why drive 3 hours to Vegas when you can wait in line for Radiator Springs Racers for the same amount of time? The hottest thing that day was THE SUN. Join Kirk & Rain as they dive into some…
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Trammin' 263: Kirk's Bachelor Party
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2:27:14It's May, so it's time for another Bachelor Party at Disney! Kirk is getting married on an unknown date at an unknown time, so a little celebration is in order. Why drive 3 hours to Vegas when you can wait in line for Radiator Springs Racers for the same amount of time? The hottest thing that day was THE SUN. Join Kirk & Rain as they dive into some…
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Trammin'verse: A Pirate's Life for Me with Captain Kirk & Long John Silver
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1:48:43Yo ho, yo ho, a pirate’s life for me. Or is it? A lot of us seem to be drawn to the life of a swashbuckler on the open seas, but we don't really think about all that entails. It wasn't all just fun and games on the deck with your bros. The history or pirates is filled with violence and rivalries, but not much food. Maybe it's time to rethink someth…
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Topic 262: Springtime Snacking at The Disneyland Resort
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47:01Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 262 Well hello there, you’re just in time for a little smackerel of something. Maybe quite a few. For the first time, Disney Eats took the reins from Code Word Disney and posted a plethora of springtime foods for us to savor. Whether you're starting out with a part of a balanced breakfast, keeping it light wi…
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Trammin' 262: Springtime Snacking at The Disneyland Resort
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1:39:31Well hello there, you’re just in time for a little smackerel of something. Maybe quite a few. For the first time, Disney Eats took the reins from Code Word Disney and posted a plethora of springtime foods for us to savor. Whether you're starting out with a part of a balanced breakfast, keeping it light with some salads, or slathering some sweetness…
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Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 261 There's a lot going on in this world, and it doesn't happen in a bubble. The economy, the stock market, angry people on the internet. We can't really escape it. You might be able to take the Disney out of the World, but you can't take the World out of Disney. So let's all welcome back a familiar face to m…
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Trammin' 261: The World Around Disney
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2:24:37There's a lot going on in this world, and it doesn't happen in a bubble. The economy, the stock market, angry people on the internet. We can't really escape it. You might be able to take the Disney out of the World, but you can't take the World out of Disney. So let's all welcome back a familiar face to make this burning planet a little less scary.…
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Topic 260: Disneyland, Social Media, and You
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56:47Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 260 Social Media is a hot topic 'round these parts. We can't stop talking about it, we seem to hate it. Yet... we seem to need it? Stay with us, stop scrolling, and listen. What benefits does the news feed bring? What does it change about us? We can't help but wonder if we really do need to accept reality and…
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Trammin' 260: Disneyland, Social Media, and You
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1:52:48Social Media is a hot topic 'round these parts. We can't stop talking about it, we seem to hate it. Yet... we seem to need it? Stay with us, stop scrolling, and listen. What benefits does the news feed bring? What does it change about us? We can't help but wonder if we really do need to accept reality and stop trying to substitute our own. Come sai…
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Topic 259: Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room
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39:17Wunderbar Topic from Trammin' Episode 259 Ole! Ole! It’s showtime! Welcome to our studio hideaway, you lucky TramFam, you. If we weren't in the show recording right away, we'd be in the audience too. Step into Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room where the birds sing words and the cohosts croon about the sights, the sounds, and the feathery feelings y…
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Trammin' 259: Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room
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1:51:07Ole! Ole! It’s showtime! Welcome to our studio hideaway, you lucky TramFam, you. If we weren't in the show recording right away, we'd be in the audience too. Step into Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room where the birds sing words and the cohosts croon about the sights, the sounds, and the feathery feelings you get when the birds have their fling, th…
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Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 258 It's finally time to head into Tokyo and the rest of Japan's urban sprawl. The Rainwaters traversed the Tokyo Metropolitan Area and came back with new experiences and new dreams for the future. Let's do a little shuffle and hurry right in to Rain's trip report. Are wagYOU ready? Join Kirk & Rain as they t…
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It's finally time to head into Tokyo and the rest of Japan's urban sprawl. The Rainwaters traversed the Tokyo Metropolitan Area and came back with new experiences and new dreams for the future. Let's do a little shuffle and hurry right in to Rain's trip report. Are wagYOU ready? Join Kirk & Rain as they try on their new kimonos on a Japanese new ep…
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Good day, Refiners! A new quarter is upon us, and we at Lumon wanted to make sure you were ready to refine. We know how seriously you take the work, as it is mysterious and important. So we wanted to help you get your tempers in order before getting to work. Please enjoy this wellness session with Mr. Bagdasarian, and have a great quarter! Listen t…
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Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 257 Welcome back to Tokyo! Rain's trip isn't over yet. This time, we're in Tokyo Disneyland: Chiharu Kawasaki's ORIGINAL Magic Kingdom. The more things change, the more they stay the same. Follow along with Rain's journey as he finds out what's copied and what's absolutely elevated. Join us as we hunt for hun…
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Welcome back to Tokyo! Rain's trip isn't over yet. This time, we're in Tokyo Disneyland: Chiharu Kawasaki's ORIGINAL Magic Kingdom. The more things change, the more they stay the same. Follow along with Rain's journey as he finds out what's copied and what's absolutely elevated. Join us as we hunt for hunny on a Vanellop-e new episode of Trammin' -…
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Big Thunder Topic from Trammin' Episode 256 Our prodigal son has returned from The Land of the Rising sun with stories and tales abound! Emerging from the ocean first, is the trip to Tokyo DisneySea. Gather round for a firsthand account of adventures from the seven seas and all the ports where Rain dropped anchor and ate long bread. Join Kirk & Rai…
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Our prodigal son has returned from The Land of the Rising sun with stories and tales abound! Emerging from the ocean first, is the trip to Tokyo DisneySea. Gather round for a firsthand account of adventures from the seven seas and all the ports where Rain dropped anchor and ate long bread. Join Kirk & Rain as they Sea the world on a volcanic new ep…
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